PL0387 Supply of Public Rights of Way Gates and Fittings - Worcestershire

The Council is seeking a supplier to deliver a comprehensive range of Public Rights of Way (PRoW) gates, access structures, fittings and replacement components compliant with BS 5709:2018. The successful supplier will provide products to support the installation, maintenance and replacement of access infrastructure across the county, together with associated warranty support, technical information and ongoing availability of spare parts.

The Council's objective is to establish a establish a single-supplier contractual arrangement that delivers consistency, quality, accessibility and value for money across its Public Rights of Way network. Historically, a range of proprietary gate systems has been installed across the County.

Whilst the successful Supplier will become the Council's primary supplier for new installations, the Council reserves the right to procure compatible replacement gates, components, spare parts and associated fittings from alternative manufacturers where necessary to maintain existing legacy infrastructure and where this represents the most practical and cost-effective solution. Contract Terms: Initial Term: 3 years Extension: 1 + 1 years Maximum Term: 5 years Contract Value: Estimated annual expenditure: approximately £70,000 excluding VAT Estimated maximum contract value: approximately £350,000 excluding VAT